West Kempsey crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,897 recorded in this period, compared with 1,373 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About West Kempsey
West Kempsey is a suburb of the town of Kempsey in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, situated west of the Macleay River. Administratively part of the Kempsey Shire Council local government area and designated by the postcode 2440, the locality functions as a residential and service hub distinct from the Kempsey central business district. Its geography is defined by its proximity to the Macleay River floodplain, with a demographic profile that reflects the broader socioeconomic landscape of the Macleay Valley, characterized by a mix of long-term residents and a significant proportion of Aboriginal community members.
The suburb provides essential amenities to its residents, including local retail outlets, primary and secondary schooling, and community health services. The area is linked to the wider Kempsey township via road infrastructure, ensuring access to regional medical facilities and transport connections. Historically, West Kempsey developed alongside the growth of the timber and agricultural industries that established the Macleay Valley in the 19th century. The locality maintains a collection of residential architecture and community sites that reflect its historical evolution as an early satellite settlement to the main Kempsey township.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 550 | 300 |
| Malicious damage to property | 213 | 111 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 168 | 127 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 116 | 89 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 113 | 79 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 97 | 113 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 87 | 62 |
| Steal from dwelling | 61 | 59 |
| Trespass | 51 | 31 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 42 | 62 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 37 | 34 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 32 | 24 |
| Steal from retail store | 28 | 9 |
| Other theft | 27 | 26 |
| Liquor offences | 25 | 3 |
| Arson | 23 | 27 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 21 | 32 |
| Fraud | 20 | 21 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,073 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.